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Crispy Air Fryer BBQ Chicken Wings

A pile of sticky, glazed Air Fryer BBQ Chicken Wings glistening under bright light on a white plate.
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Make incredibly crispy, flavorful BBQ chicken wings using your air fryer with this straightforward recipe.

Ingredients

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  • 2 lbs chicken wings (flats and drumettes)
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder (aluminum-free)
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 cup your favorite BBQ sauce

Instructions

  1. Pat the chicken wings completely dry using paper towels. This step is key for crispiness.
  2. In a large bowl, toss the dry wings with baking powder, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika until evenly coated.
  3. Preheat your air fryer to 380°F (195°C).
  4. Arrange the seasoned wings in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Do not overcrowd the basket; work in batches if necessary.
  5. Air fry for 20 minutes.
  6. After 20 minutes, increase the temperature to 400°F (200°C) and cook for another 5 to 10 minutes, until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) and the skin is very crisp.
  7. Remove the wings from the air fryer.
  8. In a clean bowl, toss the hot, crispy wings thoroughly with the BBQ sauce until they are fully coated.
  9. Serve immediately.

Notes

  • Using baking powder helps raise the pH level of the skin, which leads to better browning and crisping. Do not use baking soda.
  • For extra smoky flavor, add 1/4 teaspoon of liquid smoke to your dry rub seasoning before tossing the wings.
  • If you prefer thicker sauce coverage, you can toss the sauced wings back into the air fryer for 1 to 2 minutes at 400°F (200°C) after saucing, watching closely to prevent burning.
  • Serve these wings with celery sticks and blue cheese or ranch dressing.

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